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DHS to End ‘Shoes-Off’ Travel Policy

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced a new policy today which will allow passengers traveling through domestic airports to keep their shoes on while passing through security screening at TSA checkpoints. The new policy will increase hospitality for travelers and streamline the TSA security checkpoint process, leading to lower wait times.

Idaho Airport Has Unusual Item Detection

A replica pipe bomb discovered in a passenger’s checked bag at Boise Airport (BOI) topped the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Top 10 list of most unusual items detected at U.S. airport security checkpoints in 2025.

Altronix Partners with Hanwha Vision to Support New Access Control Offering

Altronix Trove™ Access and Power Integration Solutions Simplifies configurations and installations of OnCAFE platform

SIA and ISC West Reveal Full Conference Details

ISC West 2026 is coming up March 23–27 in Las Vegas, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC West have revealed full conference details.

Digital Security

Netwrix Forecasts Growing Dependence on Identity and Data Security as AI Expands Risk

Security outlook warns that misaligned identity governance and data protection will amplify exposure as AI-driven automation accelerates.

Genetec Named One of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People

Genetec has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for the third consecutive year, recognizing its learning and career development programs.

Schlage America's Most Trusted® Lock for Seventh Consecutive Year

Schlage has been named America’s Most Trusted® door lock brand for the seventh consecutive year, according to the 2026 Lifestory Research study.

Level Up Your Security Offering with CHeKT Video Verification

Video verification from Emergency24 and CHeKT helps security dealers reduce false alarms, improve response times, and differentiate their monitoring services.



LVT Ranked No. 1 Innovative Leader in 2025 Frost Radar for Mobile Surveillance

LVT (LiveView Technologies, Inc.), a provider of rapidly deployable security solutions, has been named a leader in the 2025 Frost Radar™, Mobile Surveillance, which analyzes vendors providing rapidly deployable security systems. LVT ranked No. 1 for innovation among the 15 companies analyzed.

TMA Invites Industry Professionals to Submit Speaking Proposals for its 2026 Meetings

The Monitoring Association (TMA) is now accepting speaking proposals from industry professionals for its three 2026 meetings: Virtual Mid-Year Meeting, OPSTech, and Annual Meeting. These events bring together practitioners and executives to share insights, advance best practices, and strengthen the future of the industry.

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New Products

  • Unified VMS

    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities

  • PE80 Series

    PE80 Series by SARGENT / ED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin

    ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next generation exit devices from long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Russwin PED4000/PED5000 Series exit devices are engineered to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern buildings. Featuring the high strength, security and durability that ASSA ABLOY is known for, the new exit devices deliver several innovative, industry-first features in addition to elegant design finishes for every opening.

  • Compact IP Video Intercom

    Viking’s X-205 Series of intercoms provide HD IP video and two-way voice communication - all wrapped up in an attractive compact chassis.